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The emperor's new clothes
Book • 1837
In 'The Emperor's New Clothes', Hans Christian Andersen crafts a tale of vanity and deception.
The story revolves around an emperor obsessed with his appearance, who is tricked by two swindlers into believing he has been given magical clothes that are invisible to anyone who is unfit for their position.
The emperor and his courtiers pretend to see the clothes, fearing they will be deemed foolish if they admit the truth.
The illusion is shattered when a child innocently points out that the emperor is wearing nothing.
This tale explores themes of pride, honesty, and the power of truth.
The story revolves around an emperor obsessed with his appearance, who is tricked by two swindlers into believing he has been given magical clothes that are invisible to anyone who is unfit for their position.
The emperor and his courtiers pretend to see the clothes, fearing they will be deemed foolish if they admit the truth.
The illusion is shattered when a child innocently points out that the emperor is wearing nothing.
This tale explores themes of pride, honesty, and the power of truth.
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